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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
One of the key needs in churches today is for the congregation to partner together in prayer
Prayer Partnerships Selected Passages September 21, 2002 Introduction I. The Power of Prayer A. San Francisco General Hospital study 1. Cardiology Dept. – Dr. Randy Byrd a.) Patients were divided into two groups 1.) 192 patients were in the Prayed for group 2.) 201 patients were in the Not prayed ...read more
Scripture: Acts 4:31, Acts 2:42
Denomination: Church Of God
Based on the story of the Good Samaritan, this message prepared this congregation for a community event.
(90% of my messages have an accompanying Powerpoint presentation already designed…to receive one jwatts@hueytownbaptist.com) LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR Luke 10:25-37 * (SING) “And like a good neighbor…who is there?” Most of us ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
Denomination: Baptist
In this lesson we discover the necessity of church discipline for both the individual and the congregation.
Introduction: A. I’m told that Willie Nelson (the country singer) apparently at one time owned a golf course. 1. He said the great thing about owning a golf course was that he could decide what is par for each hole. 2. For you non-golfers, par is the number of hits of the ball you are allowed ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
This is the first message in a series presenting our new mission and vision to the congregation
Read Philip Yancy’s retelling of the Prodigal Son story from “What’s so amazing about Grace?” That is why we are here. To be the body of X in the world welcoming back those who God the father is calling to himself. Tried to capture what we are called by God to do as a church, in a mission and ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47
Denomination: *other
This is a "State of the Church" address given to encourage a congregation toward forward-thinking.
INTRO * If we're not careful we can spend a lot of time looking backwards at What was * And /or a lot of time looking at What will be... * Religious people do this The good old days God bring revival on the verge of revival * Parents do this Longing for the ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 3:13-14
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Answers to congregational questions about prophetic ministry as it functions in the church today.
Dakota Community Church November 18, 2012 Grace at Work - 11 The Ministry Gifts: Ephesians 4:11-12 - some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers I want to begin by addressing some of the issues that have arisen from the discussion panel ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-12
Denomination: Mennonite
Understanding why we give and what a blessing it is to give will help the congregation.
The Tithing principal; Understanding why we give Malachi 3:6-12 Introduction- We have looked at two things in our series looking for answers. We have looked at what it means to be alive in Christ and what it means not to be alive in Christ. Last week, we looked at why we do the things we do. We ...read more
Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12
Denomination: Nazarene
What do you think is the greatest single factor in the life of a congregation?
“Faith That Works: Setting the Temperature” James 3:1-12 What do you think is the greatest single factor in the life of a congregation? What has the most influence in the building up – or tearing down – of a body of people? The preacher? Consistory? The style of worship? ...read more
Scripture: James 3:1-12
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
A sermon preached after youth camp to our congregation on godly living.
GODLY LIVING IN AN UNGODLY WORLD 1 Peter 4:1-19 1 Peter 4:1 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 that he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh for the lusts of ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-19
Serving as an elder/overseer/shepherd/pastor/bishop of a congregation is a noble task.
1. Why Help the Pig? Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Philippians 2:3 Two men were riding their horses down a country road, discussing the question of motivation. One believed we're capable of pure ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1
Sermon for August 4, 2019 challenging the congregation to look seriously at their priorities.
Priorities Luke 12:13-21 Intro: I thought I would start today’s message with a couple questions for you. I will point to you for your answer. Questions #1: If I was given a million dollars I would . . . . . Question #2: I would be happy if . . . I VS. 15 “The Jesus said to them, ‘Watch ...read more
Scripture: Luke 12:13-21
This is a non-traditional funeral message for my mom, for a largely Christian congregation
Funeral Mama’s - Things I’m Grateful For I have to admit, this funeral is a little more difficult than many I have done. And I’m not talking about it being difficult because of the emotions that are involved, rather I’m talking about it being difficult because I couldn’t decide what to say. When ...read more
Scripture: John 14:1-3
Help my congregation understand that they must have faith to receive their blessings.
Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am so glad to see each and every one of you here today. I am filled with joy and gratitude that we are all gathered here in the house of the Lord, ready to receive His word and His blessings. Today, we are going to embark on a journey through ...read more
Scripture: Mark 5:1-6
Topics: A Faith That Can Be Seen
Help my congregation understand about sticking together and supporting the pastor.
Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together in this sacred space, under the protective and loving gaze of our Heavenly Father, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new opportunity to grow in faith and unity. Today, we are here to discuss a ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10, Acts 4:32, John 13:35
Topics: Standing United, Supporting The Pastor
We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the Church. Perhaps we can get a fresh look at God's words about the Church.
Ephesians 4:1-6 We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the church. Coming without apology from an evangelical and scriptural perspective, still we are seeking to avoid the unproductive tension ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6
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